September 2017
I Love Carson City’s Weekend Event Summary: Sept. 23 – 24
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 6:38pmEvent Date:
September 23, 2017 (All day)
September 24, 2017 (All day)
One might think that the end of summer means that the fun times are over: they would be wrong. This list of happenings in the Carson City area isn’t getting any shorter. The annual Genoa Candy Dance is a favorite among locals and visitors alike, and this weekend welcomes the first ever Silver State Arts Festival at Fuji Park, as well. The first ever Community Garage Sale at the Community Center offers one-stop bargain hunting. Swing into the season at the monthly dance party hosted by the High Sierra Swing Dance Club.
SATURDAY:
Carson High School student Ashley Figuera among winners in Fire Prevention Week art contest
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 5:03pm
CARSON CITY — Winners of the “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” fire safety poster contest were announced Friday by State Fire Marshal Bart J. Chambers.
Nevada and federal land managers to lift fire restrictions Saturday
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 1:14pmCARSON CITY, Nev. - The Bureau of Land Management Carson City District Office, Fish & Wildlife Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and the Nevada Division of Forestry in conjunction with Nevada State Parks announce the lifting of fire restrictions that have been in place since June 30, 2017. Restrictions will expire at 12:01 a.m., Saturday morning, Sept. 23, 2017.
Why the bells stopped ringing in downtown Carson City
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 10:05am
The joyful sounds of bells chiming from atop the Paul Laxalt building in downtown Carson City came to an abrupt halt over the summer because of equipment power failure, said Public Information Officer Mary Woods of the Nevada Department of Administration.
Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognizes Muscle Powered with donation
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 10:01am
On Wednesday, Sept. 20, the Carson City Leisure Hour Club recognized Muscle Powered, an organization committed to enhancing the Carson City environs and the quality of life for its citizens. Accepting the $500 donation was Randy Gaa, Secretary of Muscle Powered.
WNC Math Instructor to Speak about Superheroes at Reno Comic Con
Submitted by editor on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 9:19am
On weekdays, Daryl Frazetti is a mathematics instructor who helps students learn more about polynomials, equations and graphing in his algebra classes at Western Nevada College.
Western Nevada FC first amateur team from Northern Nevada to compete in US Open Cup
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 8:38am
Event Date:
September 23, 2017 - 5:00pm Western Nevada Futbol Club and its “Fast and Furious” brand of futbol have qualified to participate in the 2018 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. The team will have the opportunity to play against professional teams in the USL and MLS. WNFC is also the first amateur club from Northern Nevada to ever play in the 105-year history of the country’s “Tournament of Tournaments.”
Friday, Sept. 22: Things to do in Carson City and beyond
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Fri, 09/22/2017 - 5:08amEvent Date:
September 22, 2017 (All day)
Go Big Blue! It’s Homecoming night for Carson High School; head over to the football field tonight to see the Carson Senators take on the North Valley High Panthers. The Carson Nugget is a hotbed of activity tonight for the over 21 crowd. Catch Johnny Steele at Carson Comedy or flashback to the eighties in ‘The Loft’ as New Wave Craze takes to the stage. Break a leg to the cast of ‘Nightfall with Edgar Allen Poe.’ The Proscenium Players’ newest production opens tonight in the Brewery Arts Center’s Black Box Theater.
FRIDAY:
Carson City emergency crews called to vehicle crash at College Parkway and Retail Drive
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 09/21/2017 - 8:06pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called to a vehicle crash Thursday night in the intersection of College Parkway and Retail Drive.
Open house, Carson City dog parks discussion at Historic Wungnema House on Sunday
Submitted by editor on Thu, 09/21/2017 - 7:19pmEvent Date:
September 24, 2017 - 2:00pm
The Foundation for Carson City Parks and Recreation is hosting an Open House at the Wungnema House located in Mills Park, from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24. Besides being a chance to learn about this historic building, this will also be an opportunity to discuss and review possible improvements to dog park areas in Fuji Park and Sonoma Park with FCCPR officers.
